interdisciplinary topics involving Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, and Computer Science.Wenhai Li, Farmingdale State College Assistant Professor in Department of Mechanical Engineering Technology, Farmingdale State College, Farmingdale, NY 11735Dr. Khosro Shirvani, State University of New York, College of Technology at Farmingdale Khosro Shirvani, Ph.D. is an assistant professor in the Mechanical Engineering Technology at Farmingdale State University (FSU). His research areas include surface engineering, heat management in manufacturing processes, fabrication, and characterizationDr. Yue Hung, Farmingdale State College Dr. Yue (Jeff) Hung holds degrees in engineering and technology disciplines (Ph.D. in Materials
Paper ID #46889PictoConecta: Technological Support for Communication for Autistic Peoplein daily enviromentsPaulina Henr´ıquez Lagos, Universidad Andres Bello Industrial Engineering and MSc. in Computer Science by Universidad Andres Bello ˜ del Mar, ChileDr. Juan Felipe Calder´on, Universidad Andres Bello, Vina Juan Felipe Calder´on received the bachelor’s in computer science and MSc and PhD degrees in engineering sciences from the Pontificia Universidad Cat´olica de Chile. He is an assistant professor in the Faculty of Engineering at the Universidad Andres Bello. His
Paper ID #46616BOARD # 80: The 100-mile diet adaptations: Addressing climate anxietythrough educational technology and experiential learningDr. Gerald Tembrevilla, Mount Saint Vincent University Gerald Tembrevilla obtained his PhD in science (physics) education at the University of British Columbia. He served as a postdoctoral fellow in the Faculty of Engineering at McMaster University. Currently, he is an Assistant Professor at Mount Saint Vincent University in Halifax, Canada and teaching and researching on the integration of learning technologies to improve hands-on science, scientific argumentation skills, and
inequity in education.The Milwaukee School of Engineering (MSOE) recognized the necessity for evolution in highereducational practices and responded by introducing the rAIder Strategy in Fall 2024. Thisinitiative aims to close the gap between current educational methodologies and future workforcerequirements within a rapidly changing field by integrating applied AI throughout many areas ofthe academic ecosystem. As a result, all MSOE graduates, irrespective of their academicdisciplines, will possess comprehensive AI literacy by the time they graduate.Within the rAIder Strategy, applied AI includes teaching and practicing responsible use of coreAI technologies across diverse academic disciplines such as computer and data science, userexperience
Paper ID #45600Recent Trends on Technology Choices of STEM Majors for Solving CalculusQuestions and Changes Over Years on Relevant Decision MakingDr. Emre Tokgoz, State University of New York - Farmingdale Emre Tokgoz is a faculty of Department of Computer Security at SUNY - Farmingdale. His research interests in STEM education include understanding and proposing improvement ideas for advancing undergraduate and graduate students conceptual mathematics, engineering, computing, and cybersecurity knowledge. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Recent Trends in Technology Choices of STEM
technologies that introduce elementary and middle school students to Computer Science. Currently, he’s exploring how technologies can leverage generative AI to better support educators.Dr. Ethan E Danahy, Tufts University Dr. Ethan Danahy is a Research Associate Professor at the Center for Engineering Education and Outreach (CEEO) with secondary appointment in the Department of Computer Science within the School of Engineering at Tufts University. Having received his graduate degrees in Computer Science and Electrical Engineering from Tufts University, he continues research in the design, implementation, and evaluation of different educational technologies. With particular attention to engaging students in the STEAM content
Project and holds editorial roles as Associate Editor of the IEEE Transactions on Education and Editorial Board Member for the Journal of Research and Practice in Technology Enhanced Learning. He is also the upcoming Program Chair-Elect of the PCEE Division at ASEE. His current research interests include STEM+C education, specifically artificial intelligence literacy, computational thinking, and engineering. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025Bridging Gender and Disciplinary Gaps: A Tri-Pillar Framework forInclusive Artificial Intelligence Literacy among Female UndergraduatesAbstractAs Artificial Intelligence (AI) becomes integral across various sectors, AI literacy has emergedas an
Paper ID #47945Toward the Use of LLMs to Support Curriculum Mapping to EstablishedFrameworksMr. Eric L Brown, Tennessee Technological University Eric L. Brown is an education leader with over 28 years of experience in higher education, currently serving as the Associate Director of Workforce Development for the Cybersecurity, Education, Research, and Outreach Center at Tennessee Tech University. As a senior lecturer in the Computer Science department, Eric teaches various cybersecurity courses and agile-focused software engineering. His prior experiences include serving as a District Solutions Advocate for the Tennessee
Paper ID #49307Examining Student Resolutions of Automated CritiquesLaura Albrant, Michigan Technological University After completing a bachelor’s degree in computer science, Laura Albrant decided to challenge how she viewed software development, by switching departments. Currently working towards a PhD in Applied Cognitive Science & Human Factors at Michigan Technological University, Laura pursues interests on both sides of the fence through education research.Dr. Michelle E Jarvie-Eggart P.E., Michigan Technological University Dr. Jarvie-Eggart is a registered professional engineer with over a decade of experience as
, vol. 12, no. 2, pp. 257-285, 1988.[2] Y. Tang, H. Bai and R. Catrambone, "Developing Deliberate Practice for Learning Engineering by Analyzing Students’ Mental Models," in ASEE 2022 Annual Conference, Minneapolis, Minnesota, 2022.[3] B. Morrison, "Using Cognitive Load Theory to Improve Efficiency of Learning to Program," in ICER’13 Proceedings of the Ninth Annual International ACM Conference on International Computation Education Research, San Diego, California, 2013.[4] T. Impelluso, "Leveraging Cognitive Load Theory, Scaffolding, and Distance Technologies to Enhance Computer Programming for Non-Majors," Advances in Engineering Education, Spring 2009.[5] N. Van Hattum-Janssen, "Using MathCAD in engineering education
application-focused learning games and micron-scale optical circuit simulations to teach photonics fundamentals.Christian Gabbianelli, Massachusetts Institute of Technology A software developer working with realtime engines to build immersive, interactive and dynamic training simulations.Kachina Studer, Massachusetts Institute of Technology Kachina Studer is an XR Technical Specialist at MIT, working with the Learning Engineering and Practice Group in the Department of Mechanical Engineering. Her work focuses on the development of immersive learning tools, open-ended training systems, and simulation-based environments in virtual and augmented reality. Her initiatives center on designing XR authoring platforms that enable
Paper ID #48429BOARD # 76: Pedagogical Agents in the age of Generative Artificial Intelligence:Opportunities and Challenges in K-12 STEM Education.Mrs. Rawan Adnan Alturkistani, Virginia Tech Department of Engineering Education Rawan Alturkistani is a Ph.D. student in Computer Science at Virginia Tech. She holds a Master’s degree in Computer Science from Bowling Green State University (BGSU). Her research focuses on the intersection of artificial intelligence and education, with a particular interest in the design and impact of pedagogical agents in technology-enhanced learning environments. She is currently exploring the
promoting and establishing a healthy engineeringeducation ecosystem in schools and universities. Indeed, current AM technologies enable theexploration of recycled materials [18]. Hence, a motivating and sustainable learning tool can bedesigned for teaching.Materials and MethodsEven though Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) offers aninterdisciplinary perspective with a positive contribution to students’ creativity, achievement,motivation, critical thinking, problem solving, and higher order skills [19], traditional typeclassrooms often do not encourage students’ curiosity in these disciplines [20].The present research work is the culmination of one year of a Worldwide Universities Network(WUN) - funded project, and it is based
Paper ID #48290Analyzing Feedback of an AI tool for formative feedback of Technical WritingabilitiesDr. Sean P Brophy, Purdue University at West Lafayette (COE) Dr. Sean Brophy is a learning scientist, computer scientists and mechanical engineering who design learning environments enhances with technology. His recent research in engineering design focuses on students’ development of computational thinking through physical computing. His work involves students’ design of smart systems that integrate both hardware and software to achieve a client’s needs. In this work students communicate their ideas through proposal
Paper ID #47345A Complete Redesign of CS1 for Engineering StudentsMr. Yuxuan Chen, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Yuxuan Chen is a Master of Science student in Computer Science at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. His primary research interests focus on computer science education and artificial intelligence. He is dedicated to enhancing student learning experiences and accessibility in computing education through both innovative technology and research-driven teaching practices.Mr. Chenyan Zhao, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Master of Science student in Computer Science at University of
Paper ID #49134WIP: Gen AI in Engineering Education and the Da Vinci CubeTammy Mackenzie, The Aula Fellowship EcoTech CEO, inventor, MBA, human rights activist, philosopher, and researcher of the intersections between strategic management, institutions, and systems theories.Dr. Lisa D. McNair, Virginia Tech Lisa D. McNair is Professor of Engineering Education and Director of Arts and Education at the Institute for Creativity, Arts and Technology (ICAT) at Virginia Tech. She is an executive committee member for a2ru and an editorial board member for Ground Works journal. Her research and teaching interests include
IntroductionOur engineering and higher education curriculum’s complexity is greater than this projectcontends to explore. However, there are many trends in modern society that we believe must beaddressed in our curriculums in the short term for our students’ benefit: 1. A broad education that includes understanding how computing technologies as tools and essential infrastructure of our world impacts all of us. 2. Modern industry seeks a diverse workforce as this diversity impacts all facets of design. We need to help teach this diverse workforce. This includes pushing the narrative so that all walks of human life can see themselves as engineer, which seems to be directly linked to early efficacy within the fields [1] [2
, Construction, and Planning from the University of Florida in 2010. Dr. Wu’s teaching interests include Construction and Engineering Graphics, Design Visualization, Design-Build Project Delivery, Building Information Modeling (BIM), Advanced Planning and Pre-construction, and Construction Management Senior Capstone. He received the 2018 Teaching Excellence Award of the Associated Schools of Construction (Region 7) and the 2019 Provost Award in Innovation from Fresno State. Dr. Wu’s research focuses on BIM, educational technology, extended reality (XR), and construction and engineering education. He has published more than 70 articles and conference proceedings in these areas. Dr. Wu’s research has been funded by regional and
et al. demonstrated that students in afreshman-level engineering class preferred working on a machine learning project, whichhighlights the value of interactive and project-based learning approaches in promoting deeperengagement and understanding [8]. Faculty must stay up to date with these rapidly changingtechnologies to familiarize students with the practical applications of AI [9]. By integrating AIinto the curriculum and emphasizing both theoretical and practical learning, educational systemscan supply students with the skills and knowledge to succeed in a future driven by AI. Thisapproach ensures that individuals are not only consumers of technology but also contributors andcollaborators in shaping the future.Generative AI and Machine
settings affect student performance and academic success. However, thereremains a notable gap in understanding how various sources of problem generation, includingexperts, textbooks, and advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence tools, affect students'performance in engineering. 2.3. Student Performance with Generative AIGenerative Artificial Intelligence (Gen-AI) represents an advanced form of artificial intelligencethat generates content by identifying patterns within pre-trained data [34]. This technology is acombination of autoregressive models, Variational Autoencoders (VAEs), and GenerativeAdversarial Networks (GANs) [35]. A notable accomplishment in this field is the developmentof complicated language models, such as
Mathematical Theory to Engineering Application: An Undergraduate Student’s Research JourneyAbstract With the rapid development of autonomous vehicles and advanced sensing technologies,the demand for expertise in computer vision has surged. However, many undergraduate studentshave limited or no exposure to this growing field. This paper documents an undergraduatestudent's journey in learning and implementing a Time-to-Contact (TTC) algorithm—a criticaltool that estimates the time until a moving observer collides with an object— thus expanding therange of vehicles that can be driven autonomously. By sharing this experience, the paperprovides a roadmap for other instructors to guide their students in acquiring essential knowledgeand
University. Dr. Sabuncu’s professional interests spans from engineering education research, history of science and engineering, thermo-fluids engineering, and microfluidic technology. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 AI Chatbot for Enhancing Troubleshooting in Engineering LabsIntroduction Engineering education fosters critical thinking, creativity, and professional identitythrough hands-on laboratory experiences that bridge theoretical knowledge and real-worldapplication. Laboratories develop practical engineering skills and cultivate problem-solvingabilities, sensory awareness, and technical intuition, preparing students to tackle complex,real-world challenges with confidence and
Paper ID #49398Leveraging AI-based Tools to Teach Literature Review for Engineering Studentsand Professionals: A Case StudyDr. Arezou Harraf, Dr. Arezou Harraf Head of Department of Business Studies Assistant Professor Box Hill College KuwaitDr. Yuetong Lin, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University - Worldwide Yuetong Lin received the Ph.D. degree in Systems and Industrial Engineering from the University of Arizona, Tucson, in 2005. He was with Indiana State University from 2005 to 2016, where he became associate professor of Electronics and Computer Engineering Technology. He joined Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
gap between academia and industry practice through learning-by-doing.Christopher Freeze, The University of OklahomaMr. Ahmed Ashraf Butt, The University of Oklahoma Dr. Ahmed Ashraf Butt is an Assistant Professor at the University of Oklahoma. He recently completed his Ph.D. in the School of Engineering Education at Purdue University and pursued post-doctoral training at the School of Computer Science, Carnegie Mellon University (CMU). He has cultivated a multidisciplinary research portfolio bridging learning sciences, Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), and engineering education. His primary research focuses on designing and developing educational technologies that facilitate various aspects of student learning, such as
indicates that students perceive significant value in these technologies, underscoring theimportance of ongoing refinement and thoughtful integration of AI into educational contexts.It is also important to recognize potential ethical considerations regarding the use of ChatGPT inan engineering education context, such as how its integration might influence students'independent problem-solving and debugging skills, with respect to MATLAB. To betterunderstand these implications, future surveys could include questions designed to explore students'perspectives on ethical aspects of using AI tools. This approach would support a balanced andthoughtful discussion about the effective and responsible integration of AI in education.There are several possible
.” Trends of engineering curriculum executed to teach professionalskills, manners in which generative AI was used in the engineering classroom, the largest skillsgap topics, and the overall significance of the skills gap size were considered when synthesizingthe literature data. The topics were then sorted to answer the two research questions.Results This literature review focused on two major sets of literature: professional skills and theacademia-industry readiness gap in engineering as well as AI use in engineering educationconcerning professional skills development.Prominent Professional Skills The Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) accreditation includesprofessional skills as part of the engineering
essays, assisting with research, generating creative ideas, and even writing code.Progress in GenAI has redefined industry practices, impacting areas like customer service,creative writing, and software development [4]. Additionally, these technologies have emerged aspowerful tools in education by facilitating new learning methods, enabling personalized academicsupport, and enhancing instructional delivery [5].Integrating GenAI into education, particularly in engineering programs, presents newopportunities to enrich teaching and learning processes [6]. The engineering discipline, known forits emphasis on complex problem-solving, design innovation, technology adoption, and deeptheoretical analysis, may benefit from GenAI capabilities such as
variety of complex technical topics, students face challenges in understandingand applying theoretical knowledge. AI technologies such as AI-assisted tutoring systems,performance predictions models, and generative AI tools are effective in enhancing studentinteractions with engineering curriculum improving student understanding and engagement[1][2]. By enabling real-time feedback, personalized learning experiences, and interactiveproblem-solving environments, AI tools are creating new opportunities for engineering education[3][4].The advancement of AI technology, particularly generative AI systems such as ChatGPT fosterscritical thinking and collaboration among students. In a study done by Abril students used AItools such as ChatGPT to obtain and
Paper ID #47133A Review of the State of Integrated Engineering Frameworks and OutcomeDimensionsDr. Bahar Memarian, Arizona State University Bahar Memarian is a researcher and educator with more than 10 years of experience at the intersection of applied and social sciences. Her research and teaching interests are in the areas of Engineering Education (Engineering Design, Use of Technology, Problem-solving, Outcomes Assessment, Experiential Learning, and Creativity) and Human Factors Engineering (Artificial Intelligence in Education, Human-centered Systems, and Cognitive-Systems Engineering).Dr. Shawn S. Jordan, Arizona
biting in bats and monkeys, also using finite element modeling techniques. In 2010, he started his career teaching in all areas of mechanical engineering at the University of Southern Indiana. He loves teaching all of the basic mechanics courses, and of course his Vibrations and Finite Element Analysis courses.Mr. Bradley Lane Kicklighter P.E., University of Southern Indiana Brad holds a BS in Electrical Engineering from Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology (1989) and an MS in Electrical and Computer Engineering from Purdue University (2001). His past work experience includes eleven years at Delphi (formerly Delco Electronics) as an Advanced Project Engineer, eleven years at Whirlpool Corporation as a Lead Engineer